Posts Tagged ‘Bullpen Marketing’

Sunflower Hulls and Old Newspapers

Monday, April 21st, 2008

Posted by: Tiffany Yates

So Bullpen got this sample in the mail – and it’s crazy!  It’s actually hanging on my office wall as I type.  One of our manufacturers now makes a frame – yes, just a normal picture frame – that is made out of recycled sunflower hulls! I kid you not!  It even smells like them!

Recycled Frame Made Out of Sunflower Hulls

The manufacturer calls it “Dakota Burl.”  Apparently that is supposed to be more seductive than “mashed up seeds.” ; )  I like it, though!  The patterning does resemble burled wood.  It’s hanging on my wall due to the sheer novelty. =)

The same manufacturer has another really cool item – a set of coffeetable coasters made from “biocomposite” – which is nothing more than recycled newspapers!

They’re elegant and mod – they totally remind me of a San Francisco loft.

Tiff

Green Promo Items: Just in Time for Earth Day!

Friday, April 11th, 2008

With Earth Day just around the corner, this is the perfect time to invest in some cool green promotional products. There are green promo items made from organic fabrics, recycled materials or bamboo. Eco-friendly products include umbrellas with bamboo handles, wine racks made from bamboo, organic tote bags, recyclable pens, notebooks made from recycled materials. What a great way to put your name in front of your audience while demonstrating your commitment to a safer, cleaner environment.

Seed-Embedded Stationery

Notecard embedded with seedsThis notecard is imprinted with a company’s name and contact information and comes in all shapes and sizes. The paper is embedded with seeds that can be planted to grow wild flowers, vegetables and herbs.

Seed cards are a big hit with women and gardening enthusiasts. When the recipient has read your message, they simply place the card in dirt, water it and wait for buds to grow.

These cards typically range from $2 to $4 a piece and provide your clients and employees with a lasting gift.

Water-Powered CalculatorsWater-powered calculator

These calculators are incredibly fun and effective for any audience. They are battery-less and made from recycled plastic. There’s a bullet-like piece that contains water, which powers the calculator. The bullet fits into the top of the calculator and is refilled when the water runs out.

Your company’s name and logo can be printed above the number screen. These usually cost between $10 and $12, but will forever remain on your audience’s desk. Priceless !

Battery-Less Flashlights

battery-less flashlightMany occasions call for a flashlight – flat tire, electricity outage, tornado! With everything else to remember, who has time for batteries? This battery-less flashlight charges by hand-cranking the arm.

Your name or logo is printed on top. These products can range anywhere from $10 to $30 depending on which features you choose. Some flashlights feature an emergency siren, FM scan radio, cell phone charging capabilities and magnetic wall mounts.

This products is great because it does not have batteries, which contribute dangerous leads and acids into the environment. Another exciting thing about this product is that it appeals to most any audience. Women keep them in their vehicles or purses for emergencies. Men use them to work in dark areas such as under the car or in the attic.

Green products are the new trendy promotional tool. Because so many companies are going green with recyclable office supplies, it’s great that they have more green options available.

An Introduction…

Friday, April 11th, 2008

Hello blogging world! All of us at Bullpen Marketing are so excited about this We Know Promo blog. Bullpen is a marketing services and promotional products firm. We can put your logo on just about anything. However, promotion is more than just printing your logo. There’s a strategy to picking the right products to promote your business. At Bullpen, we design and distribute impressive executive gifts, clothing, organic teas and food items, desk toys, and the popular pen-turned-USB-drive.

Our goal for this blog is really to get into what’s available in promotional products and how choosing the right product can boost your marketing campaign.

We will…

  • Write about the latest and greatest products along with the good ole’ traditional ones
  • Discuss what kind of audiences respond well to certain products
  • Show you how promotional products support marketing campaigns

Please participate by leaving comments and joining the conversation. We welcome new ideas and your thoughts on our ideas!